BookMichele J. Eliason, Peggy L. Chinn.
Summary: Drawn from real-world experience and current research, the fully updated LGBTQ Cultures, 3rd Edition paves the way for healthcare professionals to provide well-informed, culturally sensitive healthcare to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) patients. vital guide fills the LGBTQ awareness gaps, including replacing myths and stereotypes with facts, and measuring the effects of social stigma on health. Vital for all nursing specialties, this is the seminal guide to actively providing appropriate, culturally sensitive care to persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities. -- Provided by publisher.
Contents:
Overview and theoretical framework
What's in a word? concepts related to sex/gender and sexuality
The deadly effects of stigma
Myths and facts about sexual orientation and gender identity
Developmental transitions
Cultures within cultures : diversity and LGBTQ communities
The effects of stigma on health
Substance abuse and mental health
Physical health disorders
Provider attitudes and knowledge
LGBTQ healthcare professionals
Structural barriers to quality care
Conclusions and a call to action.